How does soil type affect plant growth?

Different plants are adapted to different types of soils, and growing them in the wrong type of soil negatively impacts growth. Understanding the different properties of soil, and how they affect your plants, helps you select the best plants for your garden. read more

Plants rely on 13 mineral nutrients found in soil to survive and grow; therefore, the type of soil used for a plant directly affects its growth. If there are not enough nutrients in the soil for a plant to grow, it dies. read more

4) Soil profiles and how these affect 1), especially drainage and aeration. However, none of your soils are "natural", so this section is not strictly applicable to your "soils". Finally, it depends on what you want to use your soil for. read more